School, Program, and Course Information

  • New one-credit course for undergraduates

    Engage with the world without leaving campus! Thinking Globally: Here and Now is a one-credit S/U course that dives into today’s most pressing global challenges—from social movements and food insecurity to tyranny and sports diplomacy—through diverse international perspectives. You’ll engage with voices from around the world through global media, scholarship, and guest speakers, while building the critical thinking skills needed to navigate an increasingly interconnected world. With an interdisciplinary approach and a predominantly virtual (synchronous) format, this course is a perfect way to broaden your perspective, spark new interests, and connect classroom learning to real-world issues that matter. Learn more at: https://global.uconn.edu/thinking-globally/thinking-globally-here-and-now-course-overview/

    Course number: UNIV-1985

    Grading: S/U

    Credits: 1

    Format: Virtual synchronous, with in-person first and last sessions

    For more information, contact: Sarah Dorr at sarah.dorr@uconn.edu